Salisbury fire sends two to hospital

A smoky fire Sunday that sent two residents to the hospital was probably started by careless use of a candle, according to Holden Fire Chief Jack Chandler.

Police responding to a 911 hang-up from 708 Salisbury St. noticed the smoke and called the fire department. Chandler said the blaze was mostly extinguished by the time firefighters arrived. The fire started in the basement and damaged some electrical wiring.

The two residents were treated for smoke inhalation and burns and then released from Worcester Medical Center after putting out the fire. - M.M.